Berrien County woman drowns after being pinned by lawn tractor in pond

BERRIEN COUNTY, MI — A Berrien County woman drowned Friday after being pinned beneath a riding lawn tractor that she accidentally drove into a pond, police say.

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The Berrien County Sheriff's Office was called to 2380 Michael Rd. and found Linda Marutz, 66, pinned beneath a lawn tractor in a pond. Police said Marutz was mowing lawn next to the pond when she accidentally drove into it, causing the vehicle to roll on top of her.

Marutz was unable to free herself from the tractor, according to the release.

Pride Care ambulance responded to assist with the incident.

The case remains under investigation with the Berrien County Sheriff's Office.